Community Services - Damiano Center
Information, resources, and referral office to help people through difficult times. Staff provide an immediate assessment of emergency needs and offer resources to help deal with homelessness, chemical dependency, domestic abuse, unemployment, gambling addictions, mental health problems, and help with public assistance. - Free telephone line, mailboxes for people who are homeless, hygiene items, and household goods - 7 bus passes for general public daily; usually gone by 9:10 am. Can be accessed twice per month and an intake form must be filled out. Provides gas vouchers and bus passes for work-related transportation: - For gas vouchers: MUST have valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and proof of employment. Can only be accessed once per year. - For bus pass: MUST have ID and proof of employment. Value of bus pass is $25 and can only be accessed once per year. Safe Bay is located in the parking lot and offers individuals and families living in cars and vans a place to rest without fear of crime, harassment, or being moved along by law enforcement or private security guards. Individuals and families can access showers, breakfast and housing navigation services provided by Daminao Center.
Categories
Last assured
02/23/2023
Physical Address
206 West 4th Street, Duluth, MN 55806
Hours
9 am - 3 pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
Voice
Fax
(218)722-0375
Application process
Call or walk in; call ahead for gas vouchers, bus passes, and notary services
Fee
No fee
Required documents
- Gas vouchers: a valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and proof of employment - Bus passes: ID and proof of employment
Eligibility
Primarily serves residents of Duluth, Hermantown, and Proctor in need of assistance
Service area
Duluth, MN Duluth, MN Hermantown, MN Proctor, MN
Agency info
Damiano Center
Multi - purpose community center serving low-income people